Uchhaiti - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Uchhaiti is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dhura Toli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uchhaiti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchhaiti is 048879. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.13 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Uchhaiti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Uchhaiti
According to the 2011 Census, Uchhaiti village had a total population of 124 people, including 68 males and 56 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.31%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 46.94%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 47 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 21 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Uchhaiti
Uchhaiti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uchhaiti
Public transport in the Uchhaiti is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Uchhaiti is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Uchhaiti is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchhaiti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchhaiti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uchhaiti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchhaiti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uchhaiti
Where is Uchhaiti located?
Uchhaiti village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uchhaiti?
The Gram Panchayat of Uchhaiti is Dhura Toli.
What is the pincode of Uchhaiti?
The pincode of Uchhaiti is 262554.
What is the population of Uchhaiti?
Uchhaiti had a total population of 124, including 68 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Uchhaiti?
Uchhaiti had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uchhaiti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchhaiti was 67.31%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 46.94%.